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Where to see the best Christmas lights around Dayton
Where to see the very best Christmas lights around Dayton - there's nothing quite like Christmas light displays to get you in the holiday spirit!
Review: A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical
Mike Woody reviews A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical - now through this weekend at The Schuster in downtown Dayton
Christmas With The Petersens
Join America's favorite bluegrass family band The Petersens this Christmas at the historic Victoria Theatre for an unforgettable musical experience full of music and laughter.
Dayton RTA’s historic Christmas trolley is back just in time for the holiday season
Greater Dayton RTA’s historic Christmas trolley gracing local streets once more in this year’s Dayton Children’s Parade on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024, as well for select special public events throughout the month of December.
Culture Works awards more than $600,000 in grants to arts organizations and artists
Dayton-area arts groups and artists received over $600,000 in 2023-2024 grants, boosting Dayton's economy by an estimated $3.5M.
Review: Irving Berlin's "Holiday Inn" at LaComedia
Don’t miss the chance to reserve your spot at the ‘Holiday Inn,’ now at LaComedia Dinner Theatre thru Dec 29
City of Miamisburg presents Star City Season of Lights
Make a stop on the Star City Season of Lights Tour and visit the Gingko Stage in Riverfront Park to get your family photos!
Rooftop restaurant brings back the igloo dining experience
The Foundry Rooftop in downtown Dayton is bringing back their epic Igloo Experience. Don't miss out on this unforgettable outdoor winter culinary experience!
WinterFest at Kings Island
More than five million lights and live entertainment throughout the park for Kings Island's holiday-themed festival WinterFest Select Nights November 28 - December 31, 2025 - Join us for Festive Food, Shopping, Rides & More!
$250 Grand Prize Karaoke Contest at On Par Entertainment
Come sing your heart out for a chance to win $250 at our Karaoke Contest at On Par Entertainment!
Paranormal Cirque -Oct 31-Nov 3
Dive into the Magical World of Paranormal Cirque! With horror show and performers on the outside! This is truly a Paranormal experience like no other.
Pumpkin Glow Volunteer Event - Tracing and Carving
The Stoddard Avenue Pumpkin Glow Volunteer Event - Tracing and Carving! No artistic skills? No problem!
Review: Saturday Night Fever: The Musical at La Comedia Dinner Theatre
Impressive & Contagious. Michael Woody reviews Saturday Night Fever: The Musical at La Comedia Dinner Theatre September 19 - October 27, 2024.
Dayton Live Launches Campaign to Secure the Future of the Arts
Dayton Live, the region's leading arts organization, has launched a new campaign, "Spotlight on the Future Capital," aimed at raising $25 million to ensure the continued success of its world-class performing arts venues.
Cult Movie Nights presents Happy Halloween Movie Nights
Cult Movie Night celebrates a year anniversary this October at The Neon with two Halloween horror films! Trick R’ Treat and Halloween 3: Season of the Witch
A Fond Farewell to Wiley's Comedy Club
Before the final show next weekend, Mike Woody reminisces and shares his memories of Wiley’s Comedy Niteclub
First Ever Tunes Tour Beer Crawl
Come dressed for the occasion and ready to dance! Downtown Tipp City Partnership presents Tunes Tour Beer Crawl: A Musical Journey Through Historic Downtown Tipp City September 14, 2024.
Review: Shear Madness at La Comedia Dinner Theatre
"Unlike anything you’ve seen before at La Comedia"—Mike Woody reviews hilarious whodunnit show 'Shear Madness' at La Comedia Dinner Theatre now thru September 15
Wiley's Comedy Club in downtown Dayton to close its doors after over 40 years
A staple of the Dayton entertainment scene for over four decades, Wiley’s Comedy Club has announced it is closing. The club will host its final show on September 7, 2024.
Val's Bakery: From Local Gem to Viral Sensation
Dayton's Val's Bakery becomes an overnight sensation, thanks to a viral social media post. Owner Paige Woodie asks the community for patience as the small bakery in downtown Dayton navigates the increased demand.
